Join Girls Build! Day at the Chicago Architecture Center for hands-on activities, walking tours, and STEAM learning for youth grades 6–12.

The evidence-based funding model will allocated extra dollars to Chicago Public Schools this year, but financial challenges remain.

Families can climb, explore, and play at Touch A Truck with music, games, bubble fun, and giveaways at North Riverside Park Mall.

Celebrate Labor Day Sunday at the Old Times Family Picnic with a full day of music, games, food, and family fun. Enjoy free kiddie rides, mini golf, a face painter, balloon twister, children’s races, ...

Chicago leads the nation in food and fashion influence with locals driving trends that shape the social media scene.

Discover the best family-friendly fall festivals near Skokie with bounce houses, hayrides, crafts, and more seasonal fun for kids.

Looking for a family-friendly fall getaway? Hayward Lakes, Wisconsin has colorful foliage, scenic drives, festivals, and local flavors.

Discover the Chicago Bears’ history, fun facts and family tips for enjoying one of the NFL’s most legendary teams.

Boomers and Millennials want homes in the same areas—but for very different reasons. See how their priorities differ.

Stay informed of important dates throughout the school year, including the first day of school for Chicago Public Schools.

An interactive Harry Potter experience designed for all ages will take families through the franchise's iconic Forbidden Forest this fall.

The change to bell schedules for 22 schools comes as Chicago Public Schools faces more challenges with bus transportation.